Japan was only seconds away from securing a draw that would have allowed them to keep going into extra time with the hope of beating Brazil, but everything fell apart in the final minute.
Brazilian Martinelli scored the winning goal, leaving Japan’s fans devastated. One of them was caught on camera trying not to break down in tears of despair.
Some Brazil fans noticed and quickly tried to comfort the Japanese man, in an image that represents the spirit of a World Cup.
All fans attend with the same hope regardless of the country they represent. With the same love for the jersey that bears their colors, and a defeat will always hurt, no matter whether you are from Japan or Brazil.